Canadian Choice Award recognizes and celebrates outstanding businesses, elevating local excellence through community nominations and national recognition.
Welcome to Canadian
Choice Award
Canadian Choice Award honours the businesses that shape our nation. Through community nominations and national recognition, we celebrate the small and medium-sized businesses whose dedication, innovation, and service make a meaningful impact in communities across Canada.
Our mission is to recognize, support, and amplify Canadian businesses, giving them the visibility and recognition they deserve while celebrating the contributions they make to our communities and economy.
As we enter the 2027 season, we invite Canadians from coast to coast to join us in recognizing and celebrating the entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders who help our communities thrive and shape Canada’s future.
How Does the Award Process Work?
From community nominations to national recognition, Canadian Choice Award recognizes and celebrates outstanding businesses through a four-stage process.
August – October
Nominations
Community members nominate their favourite Canadian businesses.
November
Official Nominees
Businesses that receive strong community support advance and are recognized as Official Nominees.
December
Top 3 Finalists
Three businesses in each category and city advance to the Finalist stage.
January
Winners
One business in each category and city is selected as a Canadian Choice Award Winner.
Winner Benefits
Canadian Choice Award Winners receive access to exclusive recognition, promotional tools, and opportunities designed to celebrate their achievement and amplify their business.
Recognition at Every Stage
Explore the benefits available to Official Nominees, Top 3 Finalists, and Winners at each stage.
Digital
Winner Badge
Winner
Graphics
National
Winner Listing
Media &
Social Highlights
Optional
Trophy & Certificate
Gala
Celebration
Black Tie · Liberty Grand, Toronto
An Evening to Celebrate Excellence
Each year, the Canadian Choice Award Gala brings together business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders for an unforgettable evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.
- Red Carpet Experience
- Awards Ceremony
- Elegant Dinner
- Live Entertainment
- Networking
- Celebration
